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brag

What does brag mean?

A mischievous goblin or shape-shifting sprite of North East folklore.

"The brag was said to lead travellers astray."

Origin

North East folklore creature name.

Frequently asked questions

What is a 'brag' in folklore?
A brag is a mischievous goblin or shape-shifting sprite of North East folklore, said to lead travellers astray.
Is this the same as the word 'brag' meaning to boast?
No. This folklore 'brag' is a supernatural creature and is unrelated to the everyday word meaning to boast.
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